Safety Made Simple

10/28/2026

The higher the work, the greater the consequences of a mistake. Scaffolds give employees access to areas that would otherwise be difficult to reach, but improper setup, unsafe access and fall hazards can turn routine work into a serious incident. Safety Made Simple’s Scaffolding Safety course helps employees recognize scaffold hazards and reinforces the practices needed to work safely at height: https://zurl.co/HAy6a

This session focuses on scaffolding safety. By the end of this course, you will be able to: Identify the hazards associated with erecting and working from scaffolds. Recognize the safety do’s and don’ts. Apply the safe practices for inspecting, erecting, using, and dismantling supported scaffold...

10/27/2026

Learn how OSHA's Severe Violator Enforcement Program works, what triggers SVEP placement and seven ways employers can strengthen workplace safety. https://zurl.co/tVUFx

Learn how OSHA's Severe Violator Enforcement Program works, what triggers SVEP placement and seven ways employers can strengthen workplace safety.

10/26/2026

Ten minutes of safety training can be easier to find than ten hours to deal with an incident. Fall is busy. But busy seasons are exactly when employees are exposed to changing conditions, longer hours and increased equipment and vehicle movement.
SMS makes it easier to keep training moving with short, industry-specific courses employees can complete without taking them away from the job for hours.
Checkout our youtube channel for quick resources, then schedule a demo to see our management system to meet your long term goals!
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Safety Made Simple provides online safety courses covering general industry, grain handling, livestock (cattle/dairy), food safety, agronomy and human resource topics. Each course establishes three to four key learning objectives and uses real-life, industry-specific scenarios to improve employee re...

10/22/2026

Our Silage Safety course helps employees recognize common hazards associated with silage operations and reinforces safe work practices that can help prevent injuries and fatalities. Learn more: https://zurl.co/SxfXX

10/21/2026

When harvest is moving fast, the last thing you need is to be stuck waiting for an answer.

Our Customer Support team is here to help keep your training program moving, whether you have a question about the platform, need help managing employee training or simply aren’t sure where to find what you need.

Need a hand? The SMS team is ready to serve.

10/19/2026

A spark is part of the job. A fire doesn’t have to be! Oxy-fuel welding and cutting combines fuel gases, oxygen, heat and ignition sources making proper setup and safe work practices essential.
Our Oxy Fuel Welding and Cutting course helps you understand the hazards associated with the equipment and reinforces practices that can help prevent fires, burns and other serious incidents.
Refresh your team’s training before the torch is lit: https://zurl.co/UQYxC

This session focuses on oxy-fuel welding and cutting, which is commonly referred to as oxyacetylene welding and cutting. By the end of this course, you will be able to: Recognize the hazards associated with oxy-fuel welding and cutting. Identify how to safely transport, store, and operate oxy-fuel w...

10/16/2026

What safety topic gets talked about most at your facility during harvest?
A. Grain entrapment?
B. Equipment risks?
C. Combustible dust?
D. Dryer fires?
E. Fatigue?
F. Lockout/tag out?

Every operation faces different risks. Drop yours in the comments. It might give another safety professional an idea for tomorrow’s toolbox talk.

10/14/2026

October is Crime Prevention Month, a good opportunity to revisit the everyday practices that help protect employees, facilities, equipment and information. Encourage employees to stay alert, follow facility security procedures, protect access credentials, secure equipment and report suspicious activity or concerning behavior.
Creating a safe workplace isn't just about preventing injuries. It's also about creating an environment where employees feel secure while doing their jobs.

10/12/2026

Employees working in and around tire shops can encounter stored energy, heavy equipment, moving vehicles, lifting hazards and other risks that demand their full attention.
Safety Made Simple’s Tire Shop Safety course helps employees recognize common hazards and reinforces safe work practices before the next vehicle rolls into the shop.
Before the wrench turns or the tire comes off, make sure your team knows how to approach the job safely: https://zurl.co/Qa4kt

This session focuses on safety in tire shops. By the end of this course, you will be able to: Explain common hazards in tire shops and how personal protective equipment (PPE) can help protect you from injuries. Recognize and mitigate crush point hazards Identify best practices for tire inflation, mo...

10/10/2026

On World Mental Health Day, take a moment to recognize that stress, fatigue, burnout and personal challenges don’t simply disappear when an employee clocks in.

A strong safety culture looks out for the whole person. Encourage employees to speak up when they’re struggling, check in on coworkers, take needed breaks and know where to turn for support.

Take care of yourself. Look out for your team. Help create a workplace where everyone can work AND go home safe.